LorisGlassworks

About Me

Hello! my name is Lori; I am an artist and jewelry designer living in Blue Ridge, GA. I share my studio space with my wonderful husband Chuck and our cats "Buddy" and "Ghost". I love to travel and enjoy sleeping under the stars whenever we can get away to camp. I also enjoy working on my flower garden and home improvement projects. I recently retired from the corporate world and look forward to growing my Jewelry Business.

NOTE: I live in the mountains. Getting to the post office during the winter months can sometimes be a challenge due to the icey winding roads. I will always send my swaps on time if at all possible, but occasionally weather may slow me down. Thanks in advance for your understanding.

Favorite Crafts

I enjoy many crafts, repurposing old furniture, and creating interesting objects from flea market finds. I make jewelry using lampwork beads, metal clay, semi precious stones and pearls. I sell my crafts at outdoor festivals, barn sales, and on Etsy. I'm really open to trying any and all crafts; I really love making Artist Trading Cards too.

08/25/17 - Just completed a metal clay jewelry class at the John C. Campbell Folk Art School, the instructor was Pam East.

08/01/17 - currently working on a sea glass and sea shell project, it will be a large hanging sun catcher. Gathering Supplies.

Favorite Music

Currently I'm enjoying Yacht Rock. I also love 70's and 80's music and smooth Jazz.

A favorite tune is: September by Earth Wind and Fire.

First dance at our wedding: Someone Like You by Van Morrison.

Favorite Books

Anything! I'm an avid reader and usually have two books going at any given time....I belong to a fun monthly book club.

Just finished: Where'd You Go, Bernadette?;
Killers of the Flower Moon; 1000 White Women; The Orphan Train; A Man Called Ove, Defending Jacob; The Rosie Project; The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry;

Favorite Television

I watch a lot of HGTV and the Food Network. I also watch some reality TV - Project Runway; Ink Master, Top Chef, and Bachelor/Bachelorette (it's my guilty pleasure). I'm also a BIG fan of Game of Thrones and Downton Abbey.

Other Favorites...

Colors: Purple and Turquoise and Aqua

Themes: Beach, Camping, Nature, Vintage, Animals, and Travel.

Holidays: Halloween and Christmas

Postcards: Naked is great or envelope if space for postage is limited.

Comment: What a joy to come home and find a lovely decorated envelope in the mail. Your pocket letter is beautiful, you did a great job. And thanks for the goodies, I can't wait to try the hot chocolate!

Comment: Beautiful art and envelope! Anyone who gets you as a partner is super lucky

Response: I was looking back to see if you'd been my partner previously...yes...I made you a quail ATC. It was the second or third swap that did, I was and still am a newbie, I'm glad you enjoy my art. Happy Swapping!

Comment: Gorgeous envies and very nice extras. I was just in FL this past week and I was cold down there for the first time ever. But then I got home and I was mad at myself for complaining about FL weather LOL Your envie is going out tomorrow. Sorry for the delay! :)

Comment: Well, Miss Lori! I was having a rough day until the mail came! I love the mail art you drew with the three blind mice 🐭! And thank you for all the sweet little things you sent! I love them all and will definitely put them to good use! Fun swap! A+

Comment: I’m sorry for taking so long to read you letter, fellow Lori. I’ve been rather busy. Well, I kinda always am. I’m just that sort of person. / I loved hearing about your ladies club. I’ve wanted to do something like that and you’ve given me some hope about it. / Your kitty story was adorable & I’m glad you’re getting mobile with your arm, again! / I love Outlander! I’m reading it’s companion John Grey books now. / Your whole message was very optimistic & it made me smile. Happy New Year!